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November 11, 2016
EASTERN OKLAHOMA STATE COLLEGE EST. 1908
Week full of events slated for Eastern’s Homecoming
News, Pg. 4
Homecoming, Pgs. 3, 5, 6, 7
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“The point of theatre is transformation: to make an extraordinary event out of ordinary material right in front of an audience’s eyes. Where the germ of the idea came from is pretty much irrelevant. What matters to every theatre maker I know is speaking clearly to the audience ‘right now.’” - Lee Hall
Eastern students Marcus Joe (left) and Tarius Dawson (right) were among those honored for their performance in “Eh?” at the Region 6 Arkansas State Festival for the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival.
Theatre students bring home awards EOSC NEWS RELEASE Eastern Oklahoma State College theatre students were recently honored for their performance in the Region 6 Arkansas State Festival for the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival (KCACTF). The department and its students earned several awards at the event, which was hosted by the University of Arkansas-Ft. Smith Oct. 26-30, 2016.
““KCACTF continues to provide excellent learning opportunities for our students. By touring a production to the state festival, EOSC is able to offer an educational tool that few colleges and universities in the nation are able to utilize,” said director Sarah Klocke. “The EOSC Theatre Department is thankful to have such a supportive administration that understands the importance of professional
training.” Eastern presented “Eh?” by Henry Livings at the festival. The piece earned one of the top awards, “The Golden Crowbar,” for the best technical showing. In addition, multiple leading actors and actresses of the production garnered SEE
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WYATT HUBBARD Staff Writer Homecoming week is almost over and it has been a busy week. Here are just a few of the festivities that will be going on. On Monday, the dress up theme is “Mathletes vs. Athletes” so be sure to dress up as either a nerd or wear sports gear. And be sure to attend the chili cookoff at 6:30 p.m. in the Goddard building. Tuesday’s theme is “Tacky Tourists” there will also be a presidential election watch party. Wednesday’s dress theme is “Rockers vs. Rappers” there will be a bonfire and dance as well. Thursday’s dress theme is “Throwback Thursday” be sure to wear vintage clothes. And don’t forget to check out the Mr. Eastern pageant. Friday’s theme is red white and Mountaineer blue, so where your patriotic colors and support our veterans. The annual Homecoming Awards Dinner will be happening in the student center ballroom. On Saturday, Eastern Alumni Association will hold the first ever Mountaineer 5K run you can pre-register for the event through Nov. 7 pre-registration is $30 and on-site registration is happening 7:30 to 8:45 a.m. on the day of the race for $35. After the Mountaineer 5K, the Homecoming Parade will start at 11 a.m. in downtown Wilburton. Following the parade, everyone is invited to the Mountaineer tailgate which will begin at noon at the amphitheater behind the student center. The festivities will conclude with the homecoming games Eastern”s Lady Mountaineers will square-off against Oklahoma Baptist University’s JV team at 2 p.m. and the Mountaineers will take on Ft. Scott Community College at 5 p.m. The King and Queen coronation will happen in between the two games.
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MINUTE TO WIN IT
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Eastern students participated in different Minute to Win It activities daily during Homecoming Week. Each day students representing different clubs and organizations competed in friendly games. In doing so, they had a chance to win different prizes and to earn Spirit Stick points for their individual clubs and organizations. Eastern photo by Danel Walker
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Alumni to be honored during Homecoming Eastern Oklahoma State College’s Homecoming Awards Dinner is set for Friday, Nov. 11 at 6 p.m. in the Tourtellotte Student Center Ballroom. The annual event honors alumni, a former faculty member and those that have impacted the college’s history. Leland Walker of Panola will be inducted as the 33rd member of the EOSC Alumni Association Hall of Fame. This award is presented annually to an Eastern alumnus who through extraordinary achievement and service at the local, state, or national levels has brought honor and distinction to both themselves and the institution. Prior to his retirement in 2014, Walker spent 38 years dedicating his life to inspiring young people in agriculture education. He taught at both the high school and college level, and says his greatest passion is mentorship of students. More than 70 current agriculture instructors in Oklahoma were taught under Walker’s leadership. His students are involved in conservation, extension, farming, ranching, forestry, landscaping and more. A 1974 Eastern graduate, Walker earned a bachelor’s degree in agricultural education from Oklahoma State University and a master’s degree in agronomy from Texas A&M-Commerce. He began his teaching career at Moss High School and Roff High School before returning to Eastern in 1984 to serve as the plant and soil science instructor. He taught and served as the dean of the Agriculture Division until 2012 when he returned to his roots and taught agriculture education at Wilburton High School. During his time at Eastern, Walker coached nine national champion soil judging teams and one national champion crops judging team. Eastern students also voted him Teacher of the Year 13 times during his career and in 2010 he was recognized as the first recipient of the President’s Excellence in Teaching Award. In 2015, Walker received Oklahoma Gov. Mary Fallin’s inaugural Outstanding Public
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Service in Agriculture Award and a year later he was one of only three Oklahomans to be named a Farm Credit Top 100 Fresh Perspective Honoree. The Outstanding Young Alumnus Award will be presented to Dr. Dustin Hulsey. A 2003 Eastern graduate, Hulsey owns a veterinary practice in Red Oak. A Wilburton High School graduate, he also earned a bachelor’s degree in agricultural sciences and natural resources in 2005 and a doctorate of veterinary medicine in 2008 from Oklahoma State University. Upon graduation, Hulsey practiced veterinary medicine in three states before opening his own practice. He worked for Equine Medical Associates in Lexington, Kentucky, 666 Ranch in Guthrie, Texas and an animal hospital in Pawnee, Oklahoma. In 2010, Hulsey opened his own veterinary practice in Red Oak and grew the operation from a mobile practice to a 4,000-square-foot facility with modern equipment including digital radiography, hematology capabilities and ultrasound viewing and technology. Hulsey also serves as the veterinarian and veterinary consultant for the national Oklahoma For-
age-Based Meat Goat Buck Test sponsored by Eastern and the Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service. Estella Bennett Mask of McAlester will receive the Distinguished Former Faculty Award, which honors those who exhibited exemplary service in teaching at Eastern. Mask taught a total of 33 years in higher education with 31 of those at Eastern. An Eastern alumna, Mask also earned a bachelor’s degree in management and a master’s degree in administrative studies from Southeastern Oklahoma State University. She began her career in 1975 as an instructor and coordinator for the Adult and Continuing Education program at Eastern. After two years, she became an extension instructor teaching business and psychology courses at Southeastern Oklahoma State University. She returned to Eastern in 1978 and taught various business courses in entrepreneurship, management and marketing. She also served as a sponsor for the Phi Beta Lambda business club and coached many students who placed in the top five nationally in their competitions. While at Eastern, she served as the chair of the Management Department and
retired in 2007 as the chair of the Business Administration Department. During her career, she was named Oklahoma’s Outstanding Business Educator in 1992, listed in the World Who’s Who of Women, named an Outstanding Young Woman of America, earned a National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development Award, and more. Eastern’s former student organization Angel Flight will be recognized with the Heritage Award, presented annually to an individual, group or organization that played a significant role in shaping and molding the history of Eastern. Angel Flight served as a student drill team and service organization with members selected on the basis of marching ability, poise, personality, scholarship and a desire to promote Eastern. The organization performed at marching competitions, parades and other college events. The members also helped in planning various activities, served as ushers at the college plays and Candlelighting services, assisted with the flag-raising ceremonies and provided halftime entertainment at home basketball games.
Eastern honors veterans with ceremony Eastern Oklahoma State College hosted its annual Veterans Day Observance today, Nov. 11 in Mitchell Auditorium at 1:30 p.m. The event was open to the public and all area veterans and active service members were invited to participate. Former and current military members were also invited to enjoy a free lunch from The Coal Mine, located in the E.E. Tourtellotte Student
Center, between noon and 1 p.m. Veteran Army Ranger Specialist Jacob Junell, of Wilburton, was the keynote speaker. Junell enlisted when he was 19 years old and served his country for four and a half years. His service included stations at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii; Ft. Benning, Georgia; Ft. Stewart; Georgia and others. As a member of a long-range reconnais-
sance unit, much of his service is classified. Eastern students contribute to the event with patriotic musical numbers including a performance of the National Anthem, Jennifer Hudson’s “Believe” and a trumpet recital of “Taps.” Free refreshments were provided in Mitchell Hall at the conclusion of the program.
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More than $475,000 in scholarships awarded EOSC NEWS RELEASE Eastern Oklahoma State College has awarded more than $475,000 in scholarships to 192 students attending classes in Wilburton, McAlester, Idabel and Antlers for the 2016-17 academic year. A reception was recently held in Wilburton to honor these students. Eastern provided institutional scholarships and tuition waivers totaling $158,000, while the Eastern Development Foundation awarded $317,400 in scholarships. While Eastern remains an affordable
option for higher education in Oklahoma, financial assistance is still very important to students and their families indicates Treva Kennedy, director of Institutional Advancement. “Financial assistance gives our students more time to focus on their studies while in school, and greatly eases their financial burden upon completion of their degree. It can mean the difference between graduating on time, or graduating as a necessary work schedule will allow,” Kennedy said. “Providing our students this peace of mind is a great honor. We are thankful to the individuals, businesses and organi-
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zations who have made this a possibility.” Kennedy explained that the majority of scholarships from the Eastern Development Foundation are primarily funded by endowments. Endowments permanently supply funding, as the principle remains wholly intact and scholarships come from the accrued interest. Scholarships are typically awarded based on financial need, major or academic excellence. For information on how to establish and endowment or donate to student scholarships, contact the Office of Institutional Advancement at 918-465-1759.
Eh?
Tarius Dawson, representing Cheer, was crowned Mr. Eastern 2016.
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nominations for Irene Ryan Acting Awards. Those nominated include Marcus Joe of Jonesboro, Arkansas for his role as Price; Tarius Dawson of Austin, Texas for his role as Reverend Mort; and Hannah Hathcock of Stigler for her role as Mrs. Murry. These students will have the opportunity to compete for the award at the KCACTF Region 6 Festival March 1, 2017 at Angelo State University in San Angelo, Texas. Director Klocke personally brought
home two awards from the festival. Her design skills won Excellence in Scenic Design and Excellence in Costume Design. Two Eastern students were also named to the festival’s Honor Crew. Marcus Joe and Kayla Carr, of Checotah, were chosen based on their technical abilities, work ethic and attitude. Furthermore, Carr was singled out as an Outstanding Honor Crew Member. As Crew members, they worked several extra hours each day setting up and breaking down competing production’s technical elements. Set in a factory boiler room, “Eh?” follows maverick Valentine Brose’s struggles with the mechanized modern industry.
Broses’s failure to push the right button at the right time has comical repercussions as he clambers about the boiler attempting to stop it from blowing up. Eastern’s production was originally performed at the college in mid-October. The KCACTF is a national organization that celebrates the educational and creative process of university and college theater. It promotes professional standards and provides students and faculty with opportunities to bridge the academic and professional worlds. More than 600 institutions and 18,000 students nationwide are involved in the program.
HOMECOMING 2016
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AGGIE CLUB
Kelley Kowis Arlington, Texas
Paul Shanks Belle, Missouri
BASKETBALL
Jasmine Williams Wichita Falls, Texas
Treshawn Gause Springdale, Ark.
BASEBALL & SOFTBALL
Shayla Stewart Owasso
BUSINESS CLUB
Kayla Ward Finley
CHARACTERS CLUB
Kayla Carr Checotah
Marcus Joe Jonesboro, Arkansas
Ricky Ramirez Edmond
Grady Coleman Fort Smith, Arkansas
CHEER
Bailee Davis Red Oak
Tarius Dawson Austin, Texas
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CHOCTAWS OF EASTERN
Emily Jackkson Hartshorne
Christopher Akers Chehalis, Washington
CRIMINAL JOES
Tegan Crum Tulsa
EASTERN EXPRESSIONS
Zana Johnson Kinta
Igor Leal Compo Grande, Brazil
FCA
Alexis Atwell Owasso
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Timothy Burmaster Roland
ESGA
Megan Rich Haileyville
Tyler Wickson Hugo
MATH & SCIENCE CLUB
Malik Smith Memphis, Tennessee
Rainey Mauzey Red Oak
Dante Miller Quinton
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MULTICULTURAL CLUB
Cecilia Contreras Fort Worth, Texas
David Marshall Cumbernauld, Glasgow, Scotland
PTK
Amanda Hawthorne Wilburton
NURSING
Bailey Wilson Stigler
Lane Davenport Kinta
PHOTO CLUB
Samuel Simco Quinton
Taylor Broyles Edmond
PASS CLUB
Katie Thompson Eufaula
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Zane Johnson Austin, Texas
SOCCER
Tory Byous Buffalo Valley
Anastasia Herskind Justin, Texas
Danilo Crespo Sao Paulo, Brazil
Final Exam Schedule
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